About Our Shelter...

Mission: Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester is committed to building lifelong bonds between people and animals through education, community outreach programs and the prevention of cruelty.

Vision: We envision a time when our community celebrates the human-animal bond; embraces the mutual benefits therein; and treats all fellow beings with care, compassion and respect.

Each year, thousands of needy and homeless animals are admitted to Lollypop Farm. We make every effort to reunite lost pets with their families and to find new homes for those animals who have been surrendered. Services ranging from rehabilitative foster care to dog training classes help ensure that pet placements result in happy, lifelong relationships.

Donate to Our Shelter...

As a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization, Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, receives no government or other agency funds and relies entirely on community support from people like you. Your donation makes a real difference in the lives of pets in need in our community. Donate now at http://www.lollypop.org

Our Adoption Process...

Lollypop Farm strives to provide an adoption experience that considers important details for finding the right fit for each adopter, such as a person's home, interests, and lifestyle. We then match those with an animal's social, exercise, and training needs. Our Adoption Counselors work with prospective families to ensure happy, successful adoptions that last a lifetime.

Lollypop Farm has hundreds of adoptable animals available across four different adoption locations. While they are all listed here on the website, the best way to find a new furry companion is by visiting us in person — after all, you might be about to meet your new best friend!

Requirements for AdoptionBefore falling in love with one of our animals, please make sure that you are:

- At least 21 years of age - In possession of a valid photo ID - Allowed to have a cat or dog where you live - Able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide the training, medical treatment, and proper care for the animal over the course of it's entire lifetime.

We strongly recommend that the animals and people already residing in your home have an opportunity to be introduced to the animal that you are considering adopting.

Adoption QuestionnaireIn order to provide the best service we can offer and match you efficiently with individual animals, we ask that you complete a short Adoption Questionniare when you are interested in meeting with any animals. You can complete this at the adoption location when you arrive.

A Little Time Makes All the DifferencePlease plan on spending at least one hour for the adoption process — we’re confident that you’ll agree that this small investment of time will be well worth the countless hours of enjoyment that will result from finding “the perfect match.”

After Your AdoptionLollypop Farm wants to ensure that your relationship with your new pet is positive and fulfilling, and so we continue our relationship with you even after your adoption is complete. Your Adoption Counselor will send you a postcard within a week of your adoption to provide you with contact information should you have any questions. Within a month after your adoption, you will receive an email containing a questionnaire about your experience with the adoption process and your new pet. This helps us improve our service and matching for future adopters. You will also be reminded of the many opportunities Lollypop Farm offers to address any issues you may be experiencing, such as the Pet Peeves FREE Behavior Help Line and online articles, and Dog Training Classes,

Lollypop Farm is eager to hear about how things are working out for your new pet, and we love to receive pictures—a month, a year, even ten years after adoption! Email pictures of your Lollypop Farm alumni and a short update to info@lollypop.org, and we'll post it on our Happy Tails Flickr Page.

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